Week 2- American Indians on Obama

In regards to the recent presidential elections the American Indian nation stated their opinion and gave their blessing for Barrack Obama to become the next U.S. president. This was a decision that was made which was deemed best for the American Indian society as a whole. Obama has promised to help put an end to the neglect that American Indians have been dealing with for a long period of time. As a result Obama had and will continue to have the support of the American Indian nation. A major issue is criminal jurisdiction on Indian land and Indian versus Federal governments. Yet, more than anything and along with the rest of the U.S. Obama brings a sense of change and inspires us to want, dream, and do more.

Week 2- Understanding the Earth

After this weeks readings the issue that I find most interesting and relevant is American Indian relationship with the earth/land. The spiritual commitments made in treating the land, trees, rivers, etc as living objects and with respect is a way of life that I commend and think should be more of is today's society. The theme of respect is taken very seriously in a manner of reciprocity. A mutual balance and giving back to the land is essential to a proper existence. The earth provides knowledge and power and American Indians understand this notion. Also, to go along with this, as the land changes, so must the people. Americans Indians have a unique ability to physically and spiritually cleanse their minds and stay true to their beliefs.